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Analytical Performance Evaluation of a Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Using Sigma Metrics

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Analytical Performance Evaluation of a Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Using Sigma Metrics

Öz

Aim: Six sigma is a quality metric for performance evaluation and comparison. It can be used as a guide in determining internal quality control (IQC) strategies and frequency. In our study, we aimed to perform analytical performance evaluation using six sigma method for frequently used test parameters in microbiology laboratory. Material and Method: A six-month analysis was conducted on quality control data for HBsAg, Anti-HCV, and Anti-HIV tests. The Sigma metrics were calculated for the parameters tested on the Roche Cobas 601 autoanalyzer. The quality goal index (QGI) was calculated to identify the reason for analytes with low sigma values. Results: The sigma metrics demonstrated varied performance across the tests. The HBsAg test sigma values ranged from 2.0 to 8.8, generally remaining within an acceptable range (≥3). The Anti-HIV test yielded mixed results, with some sigma values dropping below the acceptable threshold in certain months, indicating the necessity for periodic review and adjustment. In contrast, the Anti-HCV test demonstrated a consistently low sigma value (average 2.84). When the average sigma value was calculated over a six-month period, Anti-HCV was the only analyte with a sigma value less than 3 and considered unacceptable. Conclusion: Our findings demonstrate the necessity of continuous monitoring, staff training, and rigorous quality control measures. By addressing the specific issues identified through Sigma metrics, we can achieve higher standards of accuracy and precision, which ultimately contributes to improved healthcare quality.

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Destekleyen Kurum

None

Etik Beyan

The study was conducted with the approval of the Clinical Research Ethics Committee at Afyonkarahisar Health Sciences University (Decision: 2023/194).

Teşekkür

We deeply appreciate the staff of the Microbiology laboratory at AFSU for their unreserved support.

Kaynakça

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Ayrıntılar

Birincil Dil

İngilizce

Konular

Klinik Mikrobiyoloji

Bölüm

Araştırma Makalesi

Yayımlanma Tarihi

31 Ocak 2025

Gönderilme Tarihi

31 Temmuz 2024

Kabul Tarihi

16 Aralık 2024

Yayımlandığı Sayı

Yıl 2025 Cilt: 15 Sayı: 1

Kaynak Göster

APA
Gürbüz, M. (2025). Analytical Performance Evaluation of a Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Using Sigma Metrics. Journal of Contemporary Medicine, 15(1), 14-18. https://doi.org/10.16899/jcm.1525964
AMA
1.Gürbüz M. Analytical Performance Evaluation of a Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Using Sigma Metrics. Journal of Contemporary Medicine. 2025;15(1):14-18. doi:10.16899/jcm.1525964
Chicago
Gürbüz, Melahat. 2025. “Analytical Performance Evaluation of a Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Using Sigma Metrics”. Journal of Contemporary Medicine 15 (1): 14-18. https://doi.org/10.16899/jcm.1525964.
EndNote
Gürbüz M (01 Ocak 2025) Analytical Performance Evaluation of a Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Using Sigma Metrics. Journal of Contemporary Medicine 15 1 14–18.
IEEE
[1]M. Gürbüz, “Analytical Performance Evaluation of a Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Using Sigma Metrics”, Journal of Contemporary Medicine, c. 15, sy 1, ss. 14–18, Oca. 2025, doi: 10.16899/jcm.1525964.
ISNAD
Gürbüz, Melahat. “Analytical Performance Evaluation of a Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Using Sigma Metrics”. Journal of Contemporary Medicine 15/1 (01 Ocak 2025): 14-18. https://doi.org/10.16899/jcm.1525964.
JAMA
1.Gürbüz M. Analytical Performance Evaluation of a Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Using Sigma Metrics. Journal of Contemporary Medicine. 2025;15:14–18.
MLA
Gürbüz, Melahat. “Analytical Performance Evaluation of a Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Using Sigma Metrics”. Journal of Contemporary Medicine, c. 15, sy 1, Ocak 2025, ss. 14-18, doi:10.16899/jcm.1525964.
Vancouver
1.Melahat Gürbüz. Analytical Performance Evaluation of a Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Using Sigma Metrics. Journal of Contemporary Medicine. 01 Ocak 2025;15(1):14-8. doi:10.16899/jcm.1525964